Buffalo, NY and the Underground Railroad
Crossing into Canada
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For example, slaves would trek across the Niagara River near Broderick Park and into finally Canada to help ensure their freedom.
Michigan Street Baptist Church and Reverend Nash
The Michigan Street Baptist Church was also once a stop on the Underground Railroad. Built in 1845, it is one of western New York’s oldest establishments that has always been owned and operated by African Americans. Used as a sanctuary for fugitive slaves, it was also used as a meeting place for anti-lynching protesters and abolitionists. Reverend Jesse Edward Nash Sr. presided over the congregation, and his home was the nearby Nash House. Also an important landmark, today it is a museum and research facility.
Juneteenth Festivities
Buffalo’s annual Juneteenth Festival is a celebration honouring the abolition of slavery. Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, it is celebrated each year on the 19th of June. A commemoration of Black Heritage, Juneteenth celebrations began in Texas and quickly spread throughout the country. Buffalo’s festival began in 1976, and is a weekend celebration for the area’s black community. Featuring booths that sell food and artefacts, as well as a parade, this gathering is a chance for the population to celebrate its independence.
Colored Musicians Club
Jazz music is another important element in the history of Buffalo, and the African American people. In 1935, the Colored Musicians Club was founded in Buffalo, and this spot became a popular stop for many of the era’s most notable jazz musicians. Still in existence today, the club has always been a place to foster a sense of community and to have a great time. And, don’t forget to take a guided tour of Buffalo and its surroundings to get a clearer view of the area’s history and significance.
